Community group training

Our key aim is to help build capacity and skills in community development practice.

We have created a tailored, quarterly training calendar based on the needs of community and voluntary groups in the Lisburn & Castlereagh area.

Community Development Officers also provide a tailored, bespoke training package to community/voluntary groups on request, in areas such as good governance, successful fundraising and completing funding applications.

Community development training 2025

Name of Training	Details	Dates/Times	Venue	Booking
First Aid	On completion, participants will receive a certificate recognised by HSENI valid for 3 years.	Thursday 15th, 22nd May 6.30pm-9.00pm	Moneyreagh Community Centre	Book Now
Steward Training	Covers event management, crowd safety, and customer service, how to run a safe and successful community event. Participants must attend both sessions.	Wednesday 7th,14th May 6.30-9.00pm	Ballyoran Community Centre	Book Now
Social Media Course	Enhance your organisation's online presence. Learn the essentials of engagement, content creation and strategy to connect with your audience effectively.	Wednesday 28th May 6.45 – 8.45pm	Bridge Community Centre	Book Now
Manual handling	Covers safe moving and handling techniques, ensuring that volunteers provide effective support while maintaining their own safety and well-being.	Wednesday 4th June, 6.30pm – 8.30pm	Ballyoran Community Centre	Book Now
Mental Health First Aid Training	Participants will learn about the social and personal effects of mental health, spotting triggers that may cause stress and steps to combat this stress – ultimately being able to identify when someone may need support.	Wednesday 18th June, 6pm – 9pm	Bridge Community Centre	Book Now
Food Hygiene	Raises awareness of the risks associated with working in a food preparation area. On completion, participants will receive a Basic Hygiene Level 1 certification.	Thursday 19th June, 7pm – 8 pm	Ballymacash Community Centre	Book Now

Booking terms and conditions

Places on the courses listed above are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. We can accept a maximum of two people per community group. Places must be booked and confirmed by emailing community.services@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk. Cancellations by organisations and/or individuals must be notified to the community services or community development teams at least 7 days before the training date. Non-attendance will be recorded and considered when assessing booking further training opportunities.